Beginnings
Every story has a beginning, and this is no less true of Jesus the Messiah. What happened at the beginning tells us a lot about where the story is going and what God is doing in Jesus.
This is part 1 of a 6-part series on the Gospel of Luke.
Growing
In Luke 2:22-52, Jesus is dedicated at the Temple and grows up physically. As He grows, there is a growing awareness that something unique is appearing in Jesus. SERMON OUTLINE “And Jesus grew in wisdom and stature, and in favor with God and man.” (Luke 2:52) Jesus Growing (Luke 2:16, 40, 43, 52) Growing Light (Luke 2:25-32, 36-40) Growing Clouds (Luke 2:33-35) Growing Revelation (Luke 2:41-49) Growing Confusion (Luke 2:33, 50) DISCUSSION QUESTIONS Answer one of the following questions: What is…
Savior
In Luke 2:1-21, Jesus is born to Mary and Joseph in David’s town of Bethlehem. He is a Savior, shining forth God’s glory in the darkness of the world and bringing good news to everyone. SERMON OUTLINE “But the angel said to them, “Do not be afraid. I bring you good news that will cause great joy for all the people. Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you; he is the Messiah, the Lord. (Luke 2:10-11)…
Prophet
In Luke 1:57-80, John is born to Elizabeth and Zechariah. His name is prophetic and his role is prophetic. Zechariah’s tongue is loosed and he sings a prophetic song of what is to come with John. SERMON OUTLINE “Praise be to the Lord, the God of Israel, because he has come to his people and redeemed them.” (Luke 1:68) The Miraculous Name of the Prophet (Luke 1:57-63) The Infectious Joy Surrounding the Prophet (Luke 1:64-66) Fulfilled Promises and the Prophet…
Visitation
In Luke 1:26-56, Mary is visited by an angel and invited into God’s plans and favor. She is “highly favored” and responds to God’s invitation with ideal yielding of any disciple to their master: “may your word to me be fulfilled.” Mary and Elizabeth meet and their children leap in anticipation. Mary rejoices with the famous Magnificat, praising God for remembering and visiting His people. SERMON OUTLINE “You will conceive and give birth to a son, and you are to…
Promise
This week, Pastor Matt kicks off a 10-month exploration on the Gospel of Luke by looking at the promise of miracle children in Luke 1:1-25 who portend the promise of God. SERMON OUTLINE “But the angel said to him: ‘Do not be afraid, Zechariah; your prayer has been heard. Your wife Elizabeth will bear you a son, and you are to call him John.’” (Luke 1:13) Hungering for the Promise (Amos 8:11-12) Preparing for the Promise (Luke 1:5-17) Shocked by the Promise (Luke…